Can this be placed directly on coals or only on a grate?
34177
The metal is fairly thin. You 'could' set it on coals, but my guess is, it won't last very long that way. We only ever put it on a grate over the fire/coals.
34178
I've never placed it on coals before, but you should be able to. It would make the bottom black, but it shouldn't affect functionality.
311004
It would probably work better above the coals, on some kind of grate or grill. The open fire is obviously going to discolor and change the outer appearance of the cooker which won't make any difference in the way it cooks. I personally have never tried to use mine over open fire. I think as long as you're producing steam inside of the pot, uneven heat will not be a major factor. I do like to have the ability to reduce the heat after the initial steady stream of steam appears. A propane fire would be my first choice.
477005
Directly on grill. Could use griddle or pan if you want as well. It is the same as a BBQ.
1823467
Yes but the legged ones are better because you can put coals on top to regulate heat.It takes practice with this one to cook on coals. You need to raise it above the coals for best results.I use mine at home more than camping so for me this one works better.
2034529
yes, but you would have to remove the reservoir and move one of the grates and place it on the charcoal holder. It would be awkward, but it can be done.
1823472
Yes it can be used in a campfire or BBQ as I've used it on both as well as in the fireplace just because I thought it'd be fun to try to replicate recipes I'd seen done at Sturbridge Village; I assume that if you didn't have a grate to place it on then legs would be better because it would allow more air to circulate however as I live in California where there's alway seems to be a high fire danger I've never cooked anywhere but in a designated camp fire area where gratesare always part of the structure.
208962
I've only used it on a micro camp stove but I can't see why you couldn't use it over coals.
441030
The instructions indicate avoidance to high heat. I would say yes to use on a gas grill if not too close to the coals.
2022769
I assume you meant a camp fire, and I am not 100% sure about that because I use it on a camp stove which has flames but it is obviously more regulated than a fire would be. But I would think that if the fire is not too hot, or hasn't been burning that long, then it would be possible. Just watch how close you put it to the coals. Hope this helps.
1472652
Dear Ryan :) It works best over a clean burning flame such as a backpacking stove/ burner but it can also be used of over a campfire using the correct precautions. Create an elevated platform from a flat stone or , if you have one, a small steel grill. Either way the object would be to position the Terra over a bed of coals or over a stone heated by the fire beneath it. Not over open flames which could render the handle too hot to use and "blacken" the outside which is not the best thing to do if you are packing it around. Know what I mean. The Terra is very durable but not indestructible. Any more questions, feel free to ask. Happy Trails to You...Steve Dear Ryan :) It works best over a clean burning flame such as a backpacking stove/ burner but it can also be used of over a campfire using the correct precautions. Create an elevated platform from a flat stone or , if you have one, a small steel grill. Either way the object would be to position the Terra over a bed of coals or over a stone heated by the fire beneath it. Not over open flames which could render the handle too hot to use and "blacken" the outside which is not the best thing to do if you are packing it around. Know what I mean. The Terra is very durable but not... » Read More Dear Ryan :) It works best over a clean burning flame such as a backpacking stove/ burner but it can also be used of over a campfire using the correct precautions. Create an elevated platform from a flat stone or , if you have one, a small steel grill. Either way the object would be to position the Terra over a bed of coals or over a stone heated by the fire beneath it. Not over open flames which could render the handle too hot to use and "blacken" the outside which is not the best thing to do if you are packing it around. Know what I mean. The Terra is very durable but not indestructible. Any more questions, feel free to ask. Happy Trails to You...Steve « Show Less
437585
We have used ours on a grate over a campfire but never directly on a fire. I don't see any reason why you couldn't.
658281
I bought mine to use when the power went out, and I had to use the grill for cooking. I also use it for camping. If you can put pots and pans on the stove, there should be no reason not to put this boiler on there either, at low temperatures. No glowing red-hot burner. The manufacturer is concerned with the enamel coating popping off due to high heat, and they have to guard against litigations these days.... This type of cookware was always used over an open fire, not sitting in roaring hot coals (or in your case, on the stove eye). I put it on the grill after the fire has died down, and coals are still hot.
800179
I use with the grates. It is heavy enough to use without. It is heavy and cast Iron.
1362180
sure, I put it on the grill right above the coals and often when I move the coals around they flare up. I cook pizza or foccacia over the really hot coals after a rotisserie turkey or ham - I warm the stone for a few minutes before putting the dough down.
470593
We haven't cooked with it yet, we've only used it as a fireplace so far, but the grate will sit on the top ridge of the bottom bowl. So there can't be much wood in the pit - only red coals. Or your probably could place 3 bricks in a triangle to hold it higher.
2257620
I have not tried that, but I would think that would be fine. It's pure so there wouldn't be any fumes. I'm afraid I don't have any experience burning coals over sand, but I can say this is premium sand.
1477192
Only for use with gas. Burners, located on the bottom, would interfere with charcoal use.